Qualification Outline
22/07/2026 5:35 AM AWST
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Certificate I in Active Volunteering
Certificate I in Active Volunteering
CHC10212
J001
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 07/05/2012 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification covers people working in a volunteer capacity and includes foundation skills required by all volunteers to enable them to effectively undertake their volunteer work using basic practical skills required for the job.
These foundation skills cover being an effective volunteer, organising their own work routine efficiently and performing a sequence of routine tasks, given clear directions, understanding and following the organisation's occupational health, safety and welfare procedures thus engaging in safe work practices and interacting appropriately with clients, including receiving and passing on messages and information.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Five (5) units are required for award of this qualification including:- three (3) core units
- two (2) elective unit
A wide range of elective units is available, including:
- Group A elective which is recommended for work in active volunteering
- Other relevant electives
- Units of competency to address workplace requirements and packaged at the level of this qualification or higher in Community Services and/or Health Training Packages
- Where appropriate, to address workplace requirements, one unit of competency packaged at the level of this qualification or higher in other relevant Training Packages or accredited courses where the details of those courses are available on the TGA or other public listing
1. Core Units
All three (3) units must be completed
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WD009 | CHCVOL201B | Be an effective volunteer | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WB919 | BSBWOR404B | Develop work priorities | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WD311 | HLTWHS200A | Participate in WHS processes | 20 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Elective Unit
The following unit is recommended to be completed for active volunteering work.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C6407 | SRXGCSO01A | Create client relationship | 10 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D265 | CHC10208 | Certificate I in Active Volunteering | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWN2 | CHC14015 | Certificate I in Active Volunteering | Qualification |
No information
Entry Requirements
Not Applicable
Traineeships and Apprenticeships